I had discouraged this. (Out of sync). Seeds from a farmer’s market watermelon surely didn’t want to grow sown in August. More than 40 days over 100 degrees in the last weeks when all experts said we were four months too late.

Unless your goal is self-amusement, arguing with children is futile, I hear. So I didn’t argue.

Now, sweet pale blossom, will you fruit?

You could…